Closing a Beautiful Chapter with Gratitude, but...

After 8 incredible years of creating, learning, and growing with a company I founded in 2016, eLearn2grow Digital Learning Agency. I have made the bittersweet decision to close the company.

It’s been an amazing journey, filled with unforgettable collaborations and partnerships. I'm profoundly grateful to all the people who have trusted us to bring their visions to life. Big thanks to Invest Hong Kong who helped to kick start this journey few years back.

As I reflect, I am reminded that this is the last chapter of the three startups I’ve had the privilege of founding in Hong Kong.?The last one was in 2022, a Generative AI platform designed to help professionals manage their careers more effectively.

??Each of these ventures has taught me invaluable lessons and allowed me to contribute to the learning and development of professionals across different industries. I’m proud of the impact we’ve made together and excited about what the future holds.

??I am now focusing on my role as?Head of Transformation & Change Delivery?in an amazing financial institution.

?? I’m also launching a?new side hustle that I can’t wait to share with you all. This is a YouTube channel that will complement this re-purposed LinkedIn Newsletter. We will talk about everything Business, Self-Development, Innovation and Finance!

I'm so excited to share that with you, please have a look and share your feedback with me. My third video is about Passion vs Profit: The Truth About Side Hustles Nobody Tells You . Do you recognize this place in Hong Kong? Leave your guesses in the comment :-) (Tip: This is between Wanchai and Central).

??Over these 8 years developing my own company, I’ve experienced firsthand some of the most valuable (and sometimes tough) lessons that come with being an entrepreneur. Here are five key learnings that have shaped me along the way:

1. Embrace Uncertainty ????– Entrepreneurship is a rollercoaster ride, filled with unexpected twists and turns. Learning to be comfortable with uncertainty and make decisions amidst ambiguity has been one of the hardest yet most rewarding challenges.
2. Resilience is Everything ???– There were moments when things didn’t go as planned, but pushing through setbacks and staying committed to the vision was critical.
3. Trust Your Team ???– You can’t do everything alone. I’ve learned that trusting and empowering a great team is essential to growth.?Delegating isn’t about giving up control; it’s about multiplying impact.
4. The Client Comes First ???– The importance of understanding and adapting to client needs can’t be overstated.?Every project taught me the art of balance between maintaining our creative integrity, managing costs and discipline, and delivering what the client truly needs.
5. Self-Care is Non-Negotiable ??♀??– In the hustle of building a business, it’s easy to neglect personal well-being. I’ve learned that taking care of yourself is not just important but critical for long-term success.?A healthy entrepreneur is a successful entrepreneur.

Let’s stay connected, and who knows? Our paths may cross again in?new and exciting ways! ??.

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From the bottom of my heart—thank you for everything ??and see you soon here on LinkedIn or on my YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@DavidDaoud-Real